Industrial Light & Magic Recruiting FX Supervisor

FX Supervisor

The Effects Supervisor is responsible for leading a team of Effects Technical Directors in the creation and execution of shot work on a production. Both technical and aesthetically adept, the Effects Supervisor ensures that a production’s effects, including but not limited to particle systems, fluids, destruction, smoke/fire, cloth and simulations, are completed according to schedule and on budget following the Visual Effects Supervisor’s direction. Excellent communication skills and organizational capabilities are required for the Effects Supervisor to mentor, guide and support the artists s/he leads on any given show. The ILM Effects team uses both proprietary and commercial tools (Houdini). Responsible for ensuring all effects work is created to the quality and standards requested by the client and/or ILM client-facing VFX Supervisor on time and on budget, addressing technical and resource issues if they arise, identifying best practices and approaches as needed, and advising on the strategy for potential new work. Supervise the Effects team by developing looks and giving direction, including aesthetic and methodological feedback, to ultimately deliver desired effects for the film. Partner closely with production leadership to ensure the desired effects are delivered and that deadlines are met. Partners with production management to provide artists with performance feedback, guidance, mentoring, resolving performance issues and maintaining positive morale amongst the crew. Partners with production management to provide artists with performance feedback, guidance, mentoring, resolving performance issues and maintaining positive morale amongst the crew. Attends all relevant meetings to promote effective communication throughout the team. Works closely with the VFX Supervisor, CG Supervisor, Producer and other Leads/Supervisors. Liaises with other departments involved in the pipeline including Lighting, Compositing, Modeling.

Requirements

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Graphics or equivalent work experience • Expert in Houdini and Maya, with knowledge and experience in Python, Hscript and Mel • 10+ years’ production experience and 2+ years’ experience in a leadership role in film visual effects • Highly proficient skills in technical problem solving • Strong working knowledge of Renderman, as well as experience lighting and rendering effects • Strong communication skills (written, verbal and interpersonal)

Skills/Competencies:

• Proficiency with Linux, Unix • Expertise with Maya and Houdini • Professional experience with python scripting • Strong knowledge of effects techniques such as particle systems, scattering tools, smoke, fire, dust, explosions, fluids and destruction in Houdini • Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to develop effects systems and package them for others on the team to utilize • Ability to work from art direction and have creative input

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